Vishing

Vishing is a form of phishing fraud that uses Voice over IP (VoIP) technology to target unsuspecting victims. It is a form of social engineering, where attackers use phone calls and voice messages to deceive victims into divulging confidential information such as account numbers, passwords, and credit card details. Unlike traditional phishing, vishing is more difficult to detect, as it is not visible in the recipient’s inbox.

Vishing works by using Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) software and automated dialers to call victims. Once a connection is established, the attacker delivers a pre-recorded message that instructs the victim to provide account details or other sensitive information, either by phone or online. Victims are often tricked into believing the message is legitimate and feel pressured into providing the requested information in order to avoid potential consequences.

Vishing is used by scammers to take advantage of individuals and gain access to their accounts. Criminals also use vishing to collect personal information for identity theft and financial fraud, including to access bank accounts and other financial services.

To protect against vishing scams, it’s important to be aware of the warning signs. The most common indicators of a vishing attack include receiving unsolicited calls, being asked to provide personal information, being asked to make an urgent payment, and being sent false links or attachments. When receiving calls from unknown numbers, it’s best to ignore them and not provide any information. Additionally, it’s important to stay up to date on the latest security measures to ensure that your data remains safe and secure.